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Undercoating

Undercoating

1. Masking
Mask the area surrounding the damage to protect it from the primer surfacer overspray.

Use masking tape and paper.




2. Spraying primer surfacer
- Spray the primer surfacer over a wider area than the body filler and the exposed surface of the paint film.
- Spray 2-3 coats to get 30 microns of thickness.

- Use the 2-part urethane primer surfacer and a spray gun.
- Mix the primer surfacer with the additive and solvent, and in the correct ratio.
- Follow the primer surfacer manufacturer's instructions.

3. Drying
After spraying primer surfacer, allow for 5-10 minutes of normal drying time, then force dry it with infrared lamps or other industrial dryer.

NOTE: Follow the primer surfacer manufacturer's instruction for drying time.




4. Polishing
Check that the primer surfacer has dried thoroughly, then sand the primer surfacer.

Use the double action sander and #320-#400-#600 disc papers.

5. Air blowing /degreasing

Use alcohol, and wax and grease remover.

Also clean and degrease the surfaces where masking tape will be attached.